Byram: Police investigating rash of auto burglaries

The Byram Police Department is seeking information in a rash of auto burglaries. Late Sunday night, unknown suspects burglarized 12 vehicles in the area of South Ridge Road and Lake Shore Drive in the Lake Ridgelea neighborhood, according to a release. The suspects rummaged through unlocked vehicles and stole miscellaneous personal belongings including portable electronics. Anyone with information is asked to call Crimestoppers at (601) 355-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous and receive a reward for your information if an arrest is made.

ALSO: Jeremy Sandifer of Byram has been named Mississippi State Hospital's November Employee of the Month for Direct Care Service. Sandifer, who works in the hospital's Inpatient Services Division, has worked at the hospital for a year and a half. The award recognizes employees who have made outstanding contributions to the hospital through their work. The program is sponsored by Friends of Mississippi State Hospital Inc.

COMING UP: Have dinner today at Newk's and help the Byram Police Department raise money for Sgt. Jay Nelson. Newk's Express Cafe in Bryam is hosting a fundraiser for Operation Homeward Bound from 5-9 p.m. Newk's will donate 10 percent of its sales to Operation Homeward Bound for Nelson, who lost his home to a fire. The goal is for 100 businesses to donate $1,000 each. If you would like to help, call Chief Luke Thompson at (601) 372-7747.

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Byram: Police investigating rash of auto burglaries

The Byram Police Department is seeking information in a rash of auto burglaries. Late Sunday night, unknown suspects burglarized 12 vehicles in the area of South Ridge Road and Lake Shore Drive in